Comparison

4K UniPlay vs XPlayer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

4K UniPlay

A versatile local media player and file manager supporting numerous audio and video formats. It offers playback controls, easy file importing, Wi-Fi transfer, and a secure private folder for sensitive videos.

Highlights
  • Supports all major audio/video formats
  • Playback speed control and gesture controls
  • One-tap import from Photos and Files
  • Wi-Fi web transfer for desktop access
  • Device-to-device file transfer
  • Secure private folder with biometric lock
  • File organization tools
Features
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4K UniPlay is a lightweight, easy‑to‑use local audio and video player and file manager. It supports mainstream video and audio formats, makes importing simple, and delivers smooth playback—ideal for study, binge‑watching, and listening. 【Main function】 1. Core Playback - Supports most common audio and video formats. Video: avi, mkv, mov, mp4, mpg, 3gp, webm, wmv, m4v, mpeg, rm, rmvb, ogv, vob, amv, flv. Audio: aac, flac, mp3, ogg, m4a, wav, ape, wma, opus. - 0.5x–2.0x speed control, scrubbing, portrait/landscape switching, and gesture adjustments for brightness/volume. - Vinyl‑style animation and background playback for a more immersive music experience. 2. Import & Transfer - One‑tap import via Photos, Files app, and the system Share Sheet. - Local Wi‑Fi web transfer: upload/download files directly from a desktop browser. - Device‑to‑device transfer within the app, enabling faster and safer file exchange. 3. File Management - Create folders, rename, move, copy, delete, sort, and batch select for efficient organization. 4. Private Video Management - Built‑in Private Folder to securely manage sensitive videos, protected with biometric lock. 5. Personalization & Compatibility - Follows system Dark Mode with multiple theme styles. - Language switching for Chinese (Simplified/Traditional) and English.

About

XPlayer

Features
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XPlayer is a clean, fast player for your own IPTV / M3U playlists. Add your M3U/M3U8 link or a local file and enjoy live channels with grouping, search, an EPG guide, and favorites — on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. XPlayer does NOT provide, host, or include any channels or content. You bring your own playlist; XPlayer simply plays it. FEATURES • Import any M3U / M3U8 — paste a URL or pick a local file • Channel grouping and instant name search • EPG (XMLTV) programme guide, with a clear empty state when a channel has no guide • Favorites — one tap to keep the channels you watch most • Clean, distraction-free playback with simple controls • Universal app: iPhone, iPad, and Mac from one purchase • Open source XPlayer is a tool for playing playlists you already have the right to access. You are responsible for the content of any source you add and for complying with the laws and rights in your region.

Screenshots

4K UniPlay4 screens
XPlayer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: XPlayer at every 5 weeks against 4K UniPlay's every 3 months. XPlayer also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

4K UniPlay ships an update every 3 months, XPlayer every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
4K UniPlay versus XPlayer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter4K UniPlayXPlayer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer长沙春觉信息科技有限公司笑笑 孙

In-app purchases

None

4K UniPlay

No in-app purchases

None

XPlayer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 4K UniPlay free?
4K UniPlay is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is XPlayer free?
XPlayer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do 4K UniPlay or XPlayer have ads?
Neither 4K UniPlay nor XPlayer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 4K UniPlay or XPlayer?
4K UniPlay ships an update every 3 months, and XPlayer every 5 weeks. Most recently, 4K UniPlay was updated on November 9, 2026 and XPlayer on October 31, 2026.

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